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Pop Reviews
Alessia Cara Review | “Fire” | Single Review | 4/5
Alessia Cara review: If you have been keeping an eye on my most recent reviews, you will soon discover that I have a soft spot for Alessia Cara; her music is delightful! That is probably the best way to describe her new song, “Fire” too from her recent album “Love & Hyperbole” which dropped on […]
Sabrina Carpenter Review | “Busy Women” | Single Review | 4/5
Sabrina Carpenter Review: I would not call myself a diehard Sabrina Carpenter fan, especially when comparing my love for her music to what appears like half of social media. But, I am a sucker for a good old-fashioned pop hit and that is what “Busy Women” is, her new single which is out now. Charming […]
Lady Gaga | “Abracadabra” | Single Review | 4/5
Dance Floor Smash Hit Lady Gaga is back with an immediate dance-floor hit “Abracadabra”. It is track 2 on her new album, “MAYHEM” and it is the third single release from Lady Gaga in recent times, following on from “Die With A Smile” and “Disease”. My first opinion? Quintessential Gaga. If you are a fan […]
Teddy Swims | “Guilty” | Single Review | 5/5
Admiration I, as with many others, have become a strong admirer of Teddy Swims. I recall walking past a venue in Leeds some years ago, wondering why there were huge queues of people early stood on outside early afternoon eager to spot their idol, only to find out it was Teddy Swims and since then […]
Alessi Rose | “start all over” | Single Review | 4/5
English indie-pop starlet, Alessi Rose leaves us hooked on her new release, “start all over”. This new track from her EP of the same title is right up my street and it has a contagious flow which had me returning the moment it reached the final note. Angelic Vocals “start all over” starts with a […]
Indie Reviews
Sam Fender | “Arm’s Length” | Single Review | 4/5
Mellow and Introspective Newcastle indie maestro, Sam Fender returns and with a bang he releases, “Arm’s Length”. This new track brings a mellow and introspective quality to the forefront and it features a twinkling guitar riff reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac. While the song maintains a laid-back tempo, it doesn’t quite reach the dynamic peaks found […]
Inhaler | “A Question Of You” | Single Review | 4/5
Inhaler are back with new release, “A Question Of You” and it is a indie-rock hit which you do not want to miss this new music Friday! It has a feel-good indie edge and it is is great to hear the band exploring new ground while also staying true to the sound which many of […]
Franz Ferdinand | “Hooked” | Single Review | 5/5
Yes, indie music lovers, you saw it right! Franz Ferdinand are back with a new single titled “Hooked”. This new track is from their latest album, “The Human Fear” which came out to much acclaim on January 10th, 2025. I Am Hooked The more I listen to “Hooked” by Franz Ferdinand, the more I actually […]
Rex Orange County | “Drama” | Single Review | 4 / 5
Unique Sound English multi-talented songwriter, Rex Orange County kicks off our new year reviews with his fresh single, “Drama”. This track which was released on the 22nd of December is a candid release and it takes us into a dream world with a unique sound which you will struggle to locate anyplace else. Meaning (My […]
The Wombats | “My Head Is Not My Friend” | Single Review | 4 / 5
Liverpool indie favourites, The Wombats return with “My Head Is Not My Friend”, track 6 from their new album, “Oh! The Ocean” which will be out on the 14th February, 2025. Ear-worm This new release by The Wombats, produced by John Congleton starts with a gradual build-up, an indie-driven introduction that takes us forward with […]
Rock Reviews
Fontaines D.C. Review | “It’s Amazing To Be Young” | Single Review | 4/5
Fontaines D.C. Review: You will not have to trawl through many new indie playlists until you discover something from Fontaines D.C. They are the flavour of modern times and everyone seems to want a bit of them, am I in awe of them? Not quite, not just yet anyway but I am growing more fond […]
Manic Street Preachers Review | “My Brave Friend” | Single Review | 4/5
New Album (Manic Street Preachers Review) Manic Street Preachers Review: I never get tired of Manic Street Preachers and they are one of the few bands from yesteryear which continue to excite me. They have me hooked once again with “My Brave Friend” which sits at track 8 on their new album, “Critical Thinking” which […]
My Morning Jacket Review | “Squid Ink” | Single Review | 4/5
My Morning Jacket review: It is hard to believe that My Morning Jacket have been around since 1998, they still sound so fresh and their new track, “Squid Ink” is juice for thirsty rock fans, including me who is in love with this new arrival from the American band. The track is produced by Brendan […]
Sleep Theory | “Static” | Single Review | 4/5
Alt Rock Textures American rock band, Sleep Theory knock me from my chair for all the right reasons with their new song “Static”. I wouldn’t consider this track metalcore myself but it certainly touches on that style with its alt-rock textures. It is explosive and everything I could have hoped for from the rising group. […]
The Black Keys | “The Night Before” | Single Review | 4/5
Ohio Rockers Ohio rockers, The Black Keys get back to it with their new song, “The Night Before”. This track for me is exactly what the doctor ordered with the band’s contagious indie-rock quality greeting me like a long-lost friend. The track is from their highly-anticipated new album, “No Rain, No Flowers” which is to […]
Hip Hop Reviews
Kid Cudi / “THE MOON MAN SURVIVES” / Single Review ★★★★☆
American rapper, Kid Cudi is back with his new single, “THE MOON MAN SURVIVES”. From the get-go, it becomes apparent that this track does not conform to any form of status quo. Moreover, it is a million miles away from anything else any other rapper is doing currently. Music There is a really exciting flow […]
Chance The Rapper, ‘3333’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
Chance The Rapper gets real and holds nothing back on new track “3333”. The new release from the Chicago-born rapper delves deep into his struggles and defiance and it is an inspiring delivery which hits home right from the start! Highs and Lows “3333” speaks about the highs and lows of his music career and […]
Little Simz, ‘Gorilla’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Gorilla’ by Little Simz – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Little Simz, the British singer and rapper, has just released her newest single, ‘Gorilla’, which is sure to please! The quickly emerging artist takes the lead in the game, and this track from her latest album, ‘NO THANK YOU’, thrills from the start! In the same vein as […]
Gucci Mane, ‘Letter to Takeoff’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Letter to Takeoff’ by Gucci Mane – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ With his latest single, ‘Letter to Takeoff’, American rapper Gucci Mane demonstrates once again the undeniable hip-hop quality that he possesses. This release is a tribute to Takeoff, a member of the highly-acclaimed group Migos, who sadly passed in early November. With emotional and thought-provoking wordplay in […]
French Montana, ‘Yes I Do’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Yes I Do’ by French Montana – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ The release of ‘Yes I Do’ by Moroccan-American rapper, French Montana is a gift to all of us. The new single is available now, and you won’t want to pass up the chance to listen to it. ‘Yes I Do’ is possibly one of the most infectiously […]
RnB Reviews
SAULT | “Pray For Me” | Single Review | 4/5
British group, SAULT are ticking all my boxes this month after discovering their track, “Pray For Me” which is track 9 on their “Acts Of Faith” album. Ear-pleasing Introducing The band who are known for merging various genres such as R&B, and urban contemporary gospel smash it here from the get-go with an ear-pleasing introduction […]
Jamila Woods, ‘Boundaries’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Boundaries’ by Jamila Woods – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Jamila Woods, the singer-songwriter from Chicago in the United States, has recently released a single, ‘Boundaries’. It is quickly becoming one of our new favourites. The new delivery is also the first solo effort from the breakout artist in 2022, and the aura it provides is gravitating. As it […]
Beyoncé, ‘CHURCH GIRL’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘TV’ by Beyoncé – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ The latest offering from Beyoncé, ‘CHURCH GIRL’, is causing her legion of devoted followers to go into a frenzy. The recently published work is right up there with her most captivating, and the artist brings her newly discovered vigour to the forefront of our times! Beyoncé’s newest album, ‘Renaissance,’ is […]
Steve Lacy, ‘Bad Habit’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Bad Habit’ by Steve Lacy – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Compton, California-based singer-songwriter Steve Lacy invites all of us into his world with his new single, ‘Bad Habit’. The first track from Steve to find its way into our reviews area, yet one that has left all of us wondering why it took us so long to recognise […]
Kehlani, ‘Everything’ – Single Review ★★★☆☆
‘Everything’ by Kehlani – Single Rating: 3/5 ★★★☆☆ American, singer-songwriter, Kehlani brings the RnB flavour with her new single, ‘Everything’. It is a chilled down track and will be ear candy for her most ardent fans, but not one that will move someone who merely dabbles with this style. ‘Everything’ is traditional R&B and Soul, and it sounds […]
Electronic Reviews
deadmau5 | “Jupiter” | Single Review | 4/5
Canadian producer and DJ, deadmau5 makes me wanna get on my dancing shoes with his new release, “Jupiter”. This fresh arrival from the 44-year-old artist is one to relish and it is available to stream now. Mix Builds Gradually The mix builds gradually with new sounds emerging as it moves forward. Given the title of […]
Barry Can’t Swim / “Still Riding” / Single Review ★★★★☆
Electronic producer, Barry Can’t Swim gets us bopping and in the mood for the weekend with his new single “Still Riding”. It is a release which I have been relishing ever since I hit play and I believe that this fresh arrival from the Scottish DJ is up there with the most potent of new […]
Caribou, ‘Come Find Me’ – Single Review ★★★★★
Canadian composer and musician, Caribou whisks me off to some utopian planet with his new track “Come Find Me”. Summer 2024 may be coming to an end at a rapid rate, but the golden sun stays alive with this fresh banger! Chill Track By Caribou Known for his viral release “Can’t Do Without You”, Caribou […]
The Chemical Brothers, ‘No Reason’ – Single Review ★★★★★
The Chemical Brothers are without doubt one of the most important musical institutions. Not only in the UK but all across the world. Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons are nine albums in. Also, if their latest single ‘No Reason’ is anything to go by, then their upcoming album will be immense. ‘No Reason’ is The […]
Tiësto, ‘Lay Low’ – Single Review ★★★☆☆
‘Lay Low’ by Tiësto – Single Rating: 3/5 ★★★☆☆ Grammy award winning DJ Tiësto first burst into the music mainstream ten years ago with his European-wide hit ‘Red Lights’ which reached number 6 in the U.K chart. Since then, the appointed ‘Godfather of EDM’ has enjoyed a further three additional U.K top 10 singles. ‘Lay Low’ could […]
Folk Reviews
Nina Nesbitt | “Enough” | Single Review | 4/5
Nina Nesbitt brings magic once again with her new release, “Enough”. This new release from the Edinburgh-born artist, released through Apple Tree Records quenches my thirst for unorthodox folk and she takes a leap outside of the box with a soundscape which glows from the opening note. Powerful Delivery The track starts with a country […]
The Dreggs | “Stay The Night” | Single Review | 4/5
Australian folk duo, The Dreggs have me hooked on their new track, “Stay The Night”. This infectious arrival from the group who formed in 2017 is ear candy with a vibe which whisks me away from the surroundings around me and to a place where I am truly immersed in the music. Choppy Textures The […]
Sierra Ferrell | “The Garden” | Single Review | 4 / 5
Sierra Ferrell, the folk virtuoso stuns us with her charming new single, “The Garden”. This new track from the Charleston-born artist is everything we could have wanted from Sierra, yet more! It is track five on the album, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds” and it is a breath of fresh air! Trademark Vocal […]
Laura Marling / “Caroline” / Single Review ★★★★☆
Folk stalwart, Laura Marling serenades the ears and soul once again with her beautiful new release, “Caroline”. If there was any track I would listen to while feeling a little sombre, it would be this one by the English singer-songwriter; it is lovely! “Patterns In Repeat” – The New Album “Caroline” was released on the […]
Karuna, ‘Tipping Point & The Shape Of Water’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Tipping Point & The Shape Of Water’ by Karuna – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ With ‘Tipping Point’ and ‘The Shape Of Water,’ Karuna triumphantly return with two enthralling new tracks. Both are stimulating singles that we’ve been yearning for without even realising it! It’s not often that a sound like Karuna breaks through the surface of contemporary music, […]
Country Reviews
Morgan Wallen / “Love Somebody” / Single Review ★★★★★
Country music virtuoso, Morgan Wallen has me gripped to his new single, “Love Somebody”. This new track from Wallen which was produced by Joey Moi and Charlie Handsome is from Morgan’s upcoming fourth studio album and it follows his other highly-praised single, “Lies Lies Lies” which came out on the 5th of July 2024. I […]
Luke Combs, ‘Joe’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Joe’ by Luke Combs – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Say ‘country music’ to anyone in the U.K and ask them to name a current artist, they will likely mention Dolly Parton. Also, at a push Shania Twain or Garth Brook. However, it’s contemporary country performers like Luke Combs that will keep pushing the genres boundaries. Also, it’s […]
Elle King, ‘Tulsa’ – Single Review ★★★★☆
‘Tulsa’ by Elle King – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Elle King, the American country rock performer, is kicking off the new year with the release of her new single ‘Tulsa’. The song is from her upcoming album, ‘Come Get Your Wife’. It will be out on January 27th of this year. Elle demonstrates that she has the […]
Kacey Musgraves, ‘Justified’ – Single Review ★★★★
‘Justified’ by Kacey Musgraves – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★ Kacey Musgraves continues to bring the goods, and we react as if she were an Amazon delivery driver knocking on our door. She is bursting at the seams with talent, and she bestows another gift with ‘Justified.’ The new track is from the singer’s upcoming album, ‘Star-Crossed’, which is out […]
Classical Reviews
Evgeny Grinko | “Glare of U” | Single Review | 5/5
I am absolutely smitten with the new composition, “Glare of Us” by Evgeny Grinko. It is a beautifully put-together composition with heartwarming piano tones heavenly matching the sentiment of the rising strings. The piece is from Evgeny’s new album, “Winter Moonlight” and it is just one of the many gems found on there. Take A […]
Ludovico Einaudi | “Jay” | Single Review | 4/5
Getting lost in the music is something which has become a norm while listening to Ludovico Einaudi for me. Furthermore, his new composition, “Jay” is the perfect New Year virtual getaway with his trademark piano tones gracing the ears like a gentle breeze. Personal Touch “Jay” has a raw quality and it begins with the […]
Nils Frahm | “You Name It (Paris)” | Single Review | 4 / 5
I am absolutely in awe of “You Name It (Paris)” by Nils Frahm. Listening to this new piece from the German pianist and composer fills me with a warmth which took me by surprise. One thing which is true about Nils Frahm is that he consistently delivers and he hits all the right notes with […]
Alberto Giurioli / “Adore” / Single Review ★★★★★
Italian pianist and composer, Alberto Giurioli reminds me of the beauty which exists in the world through his new classical release, “Adore”. Well, Alberto, I adore this one! What a treat this is for my ears as I listen on a train back to my home city. Beautiful Reviewing pieces like this is easy because […]
Julia Thomsen, ‘Angels of Peace’ – Single Review ★★★★★
‘Angels of Peace’ by Julia Thomsen – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ With the release of her latest composition, ‘Angels of Peace’, Julia Thomsen has brought an air of joyous celebration. She further strengthens her name in the scene while also bringing with her a greater zest for all of us to appreciate. This new release is one of […]